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April 23, 2026

Covert Leads BC3 Golfers For 7th Time; Pioneers Improve To 5-2

Mitchell Covert fired the lowest score for the Butler County Community College golf team for the seventh time in the past 20 matches as the Pioneers moved to 5-2 this spring with a split April 21 at the par-72 Lake Arthur Golf Club near Butler. Covert shot an 80 and finished as runner-up to medalist Luke Anderchak, Westmoreland County Community College, who had a 79. BC3 ended with a 332 and placed second to Westmoreland County Community College, which had a 325. The Pioneers defeated the Community College of Allegheny County, which had a 344. Gannon Brown recorded an 82…

April 23, 2026

Plant Relief: An Earth Day Tax Break for Families

as submitted by Rep. Marla Brown, 9th District Today is Earth Day, but for many Pennsylvania families, the biggest concern is not lofty rhetoric about the planet. It is whether they can afford the basics. When every trip to the store costs more, every utility bill stings, and every household purchase has to be weighed carefully, even a small break can make a real difference. That is why my Republican colleagues and I are working on a package of bills which cut sales taxes for families in areas which would collectively save the ordinary, everyday family $1,100 this year. We…

April 21, 2026

Ellwood City Wolves Club Monthly Meeting Recap

The Ellwood City Wolves Club Den 11 met on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at Nico Lucciano’s Restaurant. The members dined on manicotti and meatballs, chicken tenders and italian salad. The meeting centered on presenting donations for various community groups as their moto is Pro Bono Publico which means for the good of the public. The presentations began with member Hank Glogowski presenting a donation of $500.00 to the Divine Grace Ministerium Social Services. The check was received by Cathy Glogowski, co-director of Divine Grace Ministerium Social Services. Mrs. Glogowski thanked the club for its continued support. The club donates buns,…

April 18, 2026

Bernstine Announces Free Fish and Boat Safety Seminar

BUTLER – With the summer fishing and boating season quickly approaching, Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) will be hosting a free Fish and Boat Safety Seminar to help residents prepare for a safe and successful outdoor recreation. The event will take place on Wednesday, April 22, from 5:30-7 p.m. at the Penn Township Municipal Building, 157 E. Airport Road, Butler. “As we look forward to spending time on Pennsylvania’s lakes and rivers, safety must be a top priority,” said Bernstine. “This seminar will give families, anglers and boaters the tools they need to stay safe and make the most of their…

April 14, 2026

Ellwood City Municipal Woman’s Club Announces Spring Scholarship Fund Fundraiser

Enjoy an exciting afternoon at a lively fundraiser sponsored by the Municipal Woman’s Club on Sunday May 3rd, 2026. Musical Mysteries & More presents an interactive mystery dinner theater experience, “The Tragic Demise of Alfred the Squatty.” This fun-filled afternoon will be at Shakespeare’s, with doors opening at noon and a full buffet served at 1 p.m. Attendees can look forward to an engaging theatrical experience paired with a delicious menu that includes mixed greens and fruit salads, vegetable medley, pasta à la vodka, roasted redskin potatoes, stuffed chicken breast, roast sirloin with cabernet demi-glace, sole with crab meat stuffing,…

April 13, 2026

Franklin Township Annual Clean-Up Day Schedule For May 2nd

Franklin Township residents are invited to participate in a township clean-up day planned for Saturday, May 2, 2026. The event will begin at 8:00 a.m. and last until 2:00 p.m. for township residents. Residents can drop off trash at the Franklin Township Building located on Route 288 in Fombell. This cleanup event is for township residents only, with two (2) passes allowed per household. A pass is good for one (1) load. Passes can be purchased in advance for $10.00 Car, $15.00 Truck or Trailer, $20.00 Dump Truck. PASSES ARE ON SALE NOW and available for purchase from 8:00 a.m. to…

April 7, 2026

Spring 2026 Update: Beaver River Bridge Replacement Project

The Beaver River Bridge project is currently in stage four of construction. The mainline Pennsylvania Turnpike lanes have been shifted south to allow for earthwork, grading and asphalt paving to realign the roadway with the new river crossing structures. All four piers and pier tables for the westbound Beaver River Bridge crossing have been completed. Fifteen-foot segmental concrete placements have been completed from westbound piers 1 and 4 headings. Form travelers have been moved to westbound piers 2 and 3 for segmental construction at those headings, which is in progress. Segmental construction at these headings will continue into fall 2026,…

April 6, 2026

Borough of Ellwood City Seeking Volunteers To Help Beautify Ellwood City

The Borough of Ellwood City is proud to present Beautify Ellwood City as part of the 2026 Pick Up Pennsylvania Campaign. The borough is seeking volunteers to help clean up Lawrence Avenue and 5th Street leading up to all the summer fun that will be taking place in town this summer. The borough is also seeking people with a green thumb to help plant the traditional flowers around the municipal building. Help Beautify Ellwood City will take place Friday May 15, 2026 (rain date May 20th). Those interested are asked to gather in front of the Municipal Building for a…

April 1, 2026

PA Drivers Reminded To Put Down Phone While Driving Or Pay Fine Starting In June

Harrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) and Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) are reminding Pennsylvanians to put down the phone while driving or they will be forced to pay a fine starting June 5, 2026. In 2024, Governor Josh Shapiro signed Paul Miller’s Law, which prohibits the use of hand-held devices while driving, even while stopped temporarily due to traffic, a red light, or other delays. Drivers can still use their phones to alert authorities in the event of an emergency and use hands-free technology to make phone calls, use a GPS, and listen to music. Beginning June…

March 31, 2026

Forward Lawrence Impact Awards To Be Held April 10th

Please join your fellow Lawrence County friends and colleagues for the 10th anniversary of the Forward Lawrence Impact! Awards. This exciting event will be held on Friday, April 10th from 8:30 – 10:00 am in The Alpine Room at the SNPJ Recreation Center in Enon Valley, PA. Each year, the Impact Awards honor recipients ranging from new and growing businesses to long standing employers, community revitalization champions, nonprofit organizations, board leaders, and public servants who dedicate their time and talent to strengthening Lawrence County. The Impact Awards have become a beloved community tradition, recognizing impact in all its forms across…